So, you’ve decided you’d like to learn how to sew? And you’ve a new sewing machine? But don’t know where to start?
** NOW INCLUDES SEWING MACHINE USE & ALL MATERIALS PROVIDED!
Bring along your machine, or use ours, and we will show you how to thread it, practise stitching and make a project just for you. Once armed with the confidence to use the machine, this course will give you the oomph to work on lots of projects.
As this is an absolute beginner lesson, we will take it slow and begin with sewing simple piece, a Tote Bag.
Firstly, we take around 1.5hours to learn how your machine works, thread it and practice stitching. We then take these new skills to begin making up a project, a super useful Tote Bag. The skills learnt here can include making seams, zig zag edging and top stitching.
Skill level: Complete beginner - optional: bring your machine in the box!
What you will learn:
- What all those knobs do
- How to change your needle
- How to thread both the bobbin and the machine
- Sew basic straight stitches to the seam allowance and zig zag the edges
- Trouble shoot basic machine problems
What is included:
- Sewing machine - Brother A80 or Bernina 335.
- Fabric to practice your sewing
- 1m of fabric for your tote bag & a spool of thread - you can choose on the day.
- 5 hours of expert tuition with only 3-6 students in the class
- Sewing Pattern with instructions to take home
- A fun and engaging atmosphere
- Copious cups of tea and coffee
What you need to bring
- Optional: Your clean machine with all the accessories, including the foot pedal and power cord, and throw in the instruction manual while you are at it just in case.
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Your fabric scissors and sewing kit - if you don't have one, you can buy one here and have it waiting for you in the class.
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Your lunch - there is a fridge and microwave available.
Dates Available:
- 2 August - 10am to 3pm with Caz
- 31 August - 10am to 3pm with Ali
- 12 October - 10am to 3pm with Caz
- 1 November - 10am to 3pm with Caz
What is the next class after this one?
The PJ short class is the perfect next step.
